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THIS SEA CHANGE IS REAL
2019
Caring for our environment and the well-being of our communities,Sailors and Crew is just part of who we are. For us, these initiatives are not only responsibilities but business imperatives. We wouldn’t know how to do this any other way.
Tom McAlpin, CEO & President, Virgin Voyages
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Scarlet Lady will make her first sailing in April 2020, with 3 ships to follow, by 2023
sailings for
18+ travelers
Adult-by-Design
4/5/7Sailors
Crew
night sailings from Miami to the
Caribbean for Scarlet Lady
Offering the most irresistible holiday at sea.
50+ public spaces
20+ world-class eateries with RockStar-level
service shipwide
by world-renowned designers, like Concrete Amsterdam,
Roman and Williams, and Tom Dixon
93%ocean-facing Cabins
Sea focused Sailor experience with
2,770 1,150
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Our Sea Is Changing…so, at Virgin Voyages, we’re creating change too. A mission we proudly call
We realize that as a start up, this is only the beginning, but it’s a start we’re proud of and these efforts will only grow as we do.
An Epic Sea Change For All
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An Epic Sea Change For All
In short, we are “changing sailing for good” by creating positive change for
people and the planet.
This is our company purpose which drives all we do and the decisions we make.
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What this “Sea Change” means to us:
Our OceanSecuring a healthy
future for our ocean
Our CrewProviding a caring and generous place to work
Our CommunitiesBuilding positive entrepreneurial relationships
Our PartnersDeveloping open and
rewarding partnerships
Our SailorsDelivering transformational
life experiences
An Epic Sea Change
For All Defined:
Epic: awesome, grand, remarkable.
Sea Change: a major transformation
or change for the better that’s
brought on by the action of the sea.
All: people and the planet.
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OUR OCEAN
We are all
about securing
a healthy future
for our ocean.
Taking action on
climate change,
minimizing
the impacts of
operations,
and doing our
part to restore
ocean health
are all critical to
our business.
CLIMATE CHANGE MINIMIZE IMPACTS RESTORE OCEAN HEALTH
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Fuel is the biggest impact we have on the environment and
climate change. While we are striving towards a future with carbon-free fuels, we know we have a long way to go.
In the meantime, we are supporting the commercial
advancement of clean energy, alternative fuel sources, and
other climate positive initiatives.
CLIMATE CHANGEOUR OCEAN MINIMIZE IMPACTS RESTORE OCEAN HEALTH
A net-zero carbon future.
The best energy is clean energy
6x =
Well, we think so at least. That’s
why we are proudly partnering
with Climeon, a Sweden based
company dedicated to converting
ship engine heat to electricity,
thereby decreasing our fuel needs.
We are honored to be among the first
cruise ships to use this technology.
Six Climeon units on board can
power more than 750 average
U.S. households.
750H O U S E H O L D S
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That means we’re using state-of-
the-art technologies to optimize
fuel and energy performance.
We aim to reduce our fuel
demand with smart itinerary
planning and energy efficient
technologies. Roughly 60%
of our fuel consumption is
for propulsion and 40% is for
powering onboard operations.
Being sleek pays #FuelGoals Low-energy vibes
WE’RE UTILIZING
EFFICIENT YACHT-LIKE
SHIP DESIGN.
An efficient hull design
and low-friction hull paint
reduce drag and ensure
efficient propulsion.
WE’RE SAVING ENERGY THROUGHOUT THE SHIP.
Sensors in the cabins automatically close window curtains, turn
off lighting, and lower air conditioning settings when unoccupied.
Efficient cooking equipment such as induction technology
cookstoves and on demand ventilation in the galleys
Implementing optimized HVAC systems, LED lighting, and real-
time energy measurement ensures smart energy use throughout
the ship.
WE’RE FUTURE PLANNING
FOR OUR FUEL SOURCES.
Our ships are custom-built
with diesel engines that
can switch to alternative
fuel sources when new,
cleaner technologies are
commercially available.
The combustion of
fossil fuels can result
in poor air quality and
health risks from sulfur
dioxide and nitrogen
oxide emissions plus
particulate matter. Two
technologies ensure
we exceed compliance
with regulations.
First, Exhaust Gas
Cleaning System, or
“scrubbers” use sea
water to prevent more
than 97% of sulfur
dioxide emissions
from entering the
atmosphere. All wash
water is treated before
any discharge at sea.
Separately, a selective
catalytic reduction
system removes up to
75% of nitrogen oxides.
We’re talking smart energy and fuel usage.
OUR OCEAN CLIMATE CHANGE MINIMIZE IMPACTS SMART ENERGY RESTORE OCEAN HEALTH
EMISSION
CON T ROL
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OUR OCEAN CLIMATE CHANGE MINIMIZE IMPACTS REDUCING WASTE RESTORE OCEAN HEALTH
That’s why we are reducing waste by not generating it in the first place.
The best kind of waste is the kind that doesn’t exist.
'See ya' single-use plastics
Banishing the buffet
Landfills with less “fill”
You can’t lose when you reuse
WE’RE BANNING YOU FROM
THE SAILOR EXPERIENCE.
That’s not just straws (yes,
those are gone too), but also
plastic water bottles, coffee
cups, ketchup packets,
cutlery, bags, coffee stirrers,
and more.
WE’RE ELIMINATING FOOD BUFFETS.
All food is made-to-order, preventing
an estimated 225 tons of food waste
per ship each year.
WE’RE DIVERTING WASTE
FROM LANDFILLS.
Our onboard recycling
program collects metals,
paper, plastic and glass to
divert as much waste as
possible from the landfill.
WE’RE GOING REUSABLE AS
MUCH AS POSSIBLE.
Reduced disposables by more
than 60% in comparison
to standard operations.
Disposable items that couldn’t
be eliminated are sourced
responsibly to include Tree-
FreeTM and plastic-free items.
Refillable, rather than
disposable, soap and shampoo
dispensers are available in
the cabins.
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We believe access to
clean water should
be a basic human
right. That’s why we
provide great-tasting
complimentary still
and sparkling water
throughout the ship,
along with water
bottle refill stations.
We estimate that
eliminating bottled
water alone prevents
more than 2 million
single-use plastic
bottles from entering
the waste stream
annually per ship.
FOR ALL
OUR OCEAN CLIMATE CHANGE MINIMIZE IMPACTS WATER MANAGEMENT RESTORE OCEAN HEALTH
Treating water like our life depends on it. Because it does.
The VIP treatment
Flipping the sea scriptWe’re using reverse
osmosis desalination of
sea water for our
fresh-water production.
When they flow high, we flow lowLow-flow water
fixtures, water-efficient
dishwashers and laundry
equipment (like tunnel
washers and eco-friendly
dry cleaning), and
vacuum toilets ensure
smart water use.
An advanced wastewater
treatment system
onboard processes black
and greywater, thereby
exceeding international
regulations and
generating effluent that
surpasses land-based
treatment facilities.
Standards not standardAll wastewater streams,
including black, grey,
bilge and ballast, are
treated to meet stringent
water quality standards.
We all know water is life, so we take water matters very seriously. That’s why we’re making sure all of our water use and wastewater streams are managed responsibly.
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In December 2018,
Ocean Unite and Virgin
Voyages joined an
expedition for the first
dive to the bottom of
the Blue Hole in Belize.
The mission: map the
bottom of the Blue
Hole, a UNESCO world
heritage site, and raise
awareness for the
need to protect our
ocean and take action
on climate change.
The expedition was
broadcast on
Discovery Channel
garnering significant
media attention after
it aired.
The future as we sea things.
CLIMATE CHANGEOUR OCEAN MINIMIZE IMPACTS RESTORE OCEAN HEALTH
In our eyes that future includes a healthy ocean that’s been cared for and treated with respect. That’s why we’re working hard to secure a sound future for the place that has so openly welcomed us to explore and travel its waters.
Uniting for Ocean Health
To support this ambition
we have partnered with
Ocean Unite, a highly
respected not-for-profit
organization focused on a
mission of 30X30- which
means protecting 30%
of the world’s oceans by
the year 2030. Through
this partnership we will
accelerate their mission-
critical work and support
specific conservation
initiatives in the areas
where we sail.
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We love making friends
and sharing the love.
Our goal is to build
positive entrepreneurial
relationships with the
communities where we
operate.
OUR COMMUNITIES
Our first ship will be sailing from PortMiami to the Caribbean. We are making a difference by developing entrepreneurial partnerships that support the local economy and ensure the communities we visit thrive.
We work closely with communities:Building positive relationships
with government officials,
tour operators and local
business
Boosting the local economy
Promoting local businesses
We support curated and sustainable experiences:Treading lightly with
smaller tours
Seeking immersive and
authentic experiences that
tap into true local culture
Preserving the beauty
and health of the natural
environment
As a matter of practice,
we will not offer tours that
feature captive ’swim with’
programs
Knowing our neighbors.
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If our Sailors say, ‘That wasn’t
only the best vacation ever,
but it changed my perspective
on a few things,’ then we
know we’ve succeeded.
OUR SAILORS
This is our overall
well-being ethos for
our Sailors and our
seas. It’s a way of
‘being’ on board and
it is integrated across
everything Sailors do,
whether that’s a high-
intensity workout,
seeking nirvana
through meditation,
having a fresh juice
and healthy brunch, or
dancing the night away.
VITAMIN SEA
Still you, just better.
Guilt-free fun
Join us anytime
After the shipFrom our focus on reusable
items, to serving amazing
high-quality coffee that
provides workers a fair
wage, Sailors can indulge,
guilt free.
Sailors are invited to
support our ocean
conservation efforts.
We hope Sailors get
inspired to make a
difference long after their
journey with us, whether
they adopt mindfulness,
recycle more, reduce their
consumption of single-
use plastics, or give back
to ocean conservation
organizations—any
chance to make a
difference is encouraged.
We want Sailors to reach the end of their voyage not only rejuvenated and refreshed, but like they gained a new part of themselves. Throughout their journey, Sailors will engage with people and planet-friendly initiatives that are naturally embedded in experiences.
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OUR CREWOur goal is for every Crew
member to love coming to
work each day.
We strive for a Crew
that loves being at
work where culture
and passions interact
naturally.
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The best gig you’ll ever have.
RockStar Crew Culture
Promoting well-being & quality of life on board
SAFE TO BE YOU. A culture
based in our creeds and
family values, so Crew know
they are cared for and
nurtured
NO ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL. We
all come in different shapes,
sizes, colors and shades - and
we respect, embrace and
celebrate that fact
GIVING BACK IS KIND OF
OUR THING. We encourage
Crew to volunteer for causes
they are passionate about
and join our local initiatives
More single occupancy cabins
for Crew
Flexible scheduling on board
Healthy meals and nutritionist
available
Mental care and stress
management programs
Events, activities and free Wi-Fi
Gym, track, yoga
Family support
Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Squad
Program is an initiative that focuses
on balancing the gender gap in
leadership positions and in Crew
roles and placement. The program
is dedicated to recruiting,
supporting and mentoring female
talent—especially shipboard roles
in marine, technical and hotel
management. With our first-ever
captain, Captain Wendy Williams,
as our leader, we will work towards
an onboard environment where
everyone has an equal opportunity
to reach their full potential.
Our greatest strength is our people. We take
pride in our ability to come together as unique
global individuals. At Virgin Voyages, everyone is
welcome to come as they are—with diverse hopes,
experiences, and backgrounds—and be the best
version of themselves.
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OUR PARTNERS
Great partners
are hard to find.
We strive to work
with partners who
naturally understand
our brand ethics
and values, like
Intelligentsia Coffee,
and more.
To create An Epic Sea Change For All , we
will align with like-minded organizations
and work closely with our suppliers. From
sourcing food to ship furnishings and retail
offerings, we are creating a responsible
supply chain and a network that is in
constant development.
We can’t do it alone
Always up to code
Red hot on the outside and green on the insideAll suppliers must
adhere to the
principles set forth in
our Supplier Code of
Conduct Policy.
Our retail offering includes
reef-friendly sunscreens,
safe cosmetics, upcycled
materials and sustainable
fashion.
Keeping things localReal life partnerships from
sourcing microgreens to
custom brewed beer, we
aim to provide unique
experiences and support
our Miami community in
the process.
True to where we came from
Disposable items used on
board such as facial and
bath tissue and to-go coffee
cups have been sourced
sustainably from agricultural
by-products and plastic-free
material.
Hanging out with purposeSea Terraces feature
Yellow Leaf hammocks,
a social enterprise
that fosters women's
empowerment and
community transformation
in rural Thailand.
We are moving toward full
supply chain transparency. We
also aim to procure products
that prevent deforestation,
protect our ocean, and
promote business practices
that ensure the fair and ethical
treatment of farm workers and
animals, such as:
cage-free eggs
sustainable fish
and seafood
direct trade coffee
responsibly sourced palm oil
locally sourced ingredients
Vegetarian and vegan meal
options will be available
throughout our eateries.
Looking ahead, we will
continuously evaluate ourfood
sourcing practices toprovide
the best quality products and
support healthy food systems.
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These initiatives are just some of the ways
we would like to give our seas, Sailors, Crew,
communities and partners great big hugs,
and we will continue to do so as we grow.
When it comes to sustainability,
we plan to set a new standard,
not only for ocean voyages,
but for all travel.
Sail on, Sailors.
At Virgin Voyages we consider ourselves Sea Huggers
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